It seems ironic that constituents are telling councillors they are sick of the local authority playing games as it chooses its new provost and leader using playing cards.
News that the council used the luck of the draw to elect those in its two most powerful positions has drawn a degree of derision from some and flabbergasted others.
This is standard practice but, as Councillor Jennifer Kelly suggests, there must be a more democratic way of making such important decisions that can have a huge impact on those living in the area.
Councillors have voted for a change of leadership, so perhaps now is the time to look at other practices that could be reformed.
Some countries, both historically and today, practice non-partisan democracy. If now is the time for change, is this something that should be considered at local government level in Scotland?
Whether we agree with their decision or not, it is reassuring to see South Kintyre’s three elected representatives putting their political persuasions aside to vote in unison for what they think is in the best interests of their ward and constituents.
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